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AE05 HGA

2005 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

237,494 mi
Last recorded237,494 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 BMW 530105,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 HGA
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 237,494 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

cover sills shields

Pass 3 Mar 2018 229,405 miles

cover sills shields

Pass 5 Mar 2017 215,480 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 209,282 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 201,105 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 184,716 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 165,082 miles

small chips in screen

Fail 18 Apr 2013 165,082 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nali,and cut in n/s/r tyre and worn low

small chips in screen

Pass 27 Apr 2012 147,281 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on edges

inner front brake pads appear low and lip on discs

Pass 26 Apr 2011 128,567 miles

front brake pads wearing down to worning wires

rear tyres low, new being fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2011 128,567 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake pads wearing down to worning wires

rear tyres low, new being fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2010 111,152 miles

nail in n/s/rear tyre

o/s/rear outer brake pad wearing low others 75% worn

Pass 30 Apr 2009 89,899 miles

bridgestone tyres fitted

n/s/f wearing on edges

n/s/r 3 mm,o/s/r 4 mm,both worn low on edges

o/s/f nearly bald on inner edge

Pass 3 May 2008 67,719 miles

front brake pads nearing sensor wire

full undertrays fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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AE05 HGA is a 2005 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 105,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 HGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE05 HGA registered?

AE05 HGA is a 2005 BMW 530, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is AE05 HGA safe to buy?

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